The Woolshit Podcast

Avid Knitters

Perfect listening while knitting

Lisa & Caroline are two European knitters living in South Australia that simply love knitwittering about their favourite hobby. Their Woolshit podcast is everything related to wool, yarn, knitting and crochet.

Each episode is a compendium of knitting anecdotes, project discussions, knitting techniques and knitting in the news. If it's Woolshit, they'll be chatting about it.

If you're also an avid knitter, you're bound to identify with many of the topics Lisa & Caroline discuss. You can visit their Instagram and Facebook pages to see exactly what they are knitwittering about and join in the conversation.

The Woolshit Podcast contains no advertising or paid promotions. You can enjoy listening without interruptions. It's perfect listening while knitting!

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75 episodes
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Monday · 48 min
What if a copycat pattern is better than the original?
We're back from our break. Join us to catch up on all things knitting. Show notes are a mystery this week!! Perfect listening while knitting.
June 22 · 54 min
Garments too big or too small (clue, no swatching) Who is in your knitting group?
Join us for this very jolly episode. talking about our latest knits. one too big the other too small. #vikingknits #3swords #ayearofknits @circustonichandmade making your garment/sleeves shorter after you've knitted them too long. swatching for the correct size. dog sweater #hiddenincreases knitters hand stablisers. knitting back instead of purling. purchasing a book and some @erikaknight yarn AI generated pictures plus comments Groups in knitting Swedish twine knitting Louise Tilbrook isms in knitting. KNITTING IN THE NEWS https://www.harboroughmail.co.uk/your-world/the-knitted-bible-exhibition-is-coming-to-town-8690376 COMMENTS doing a float of 10 stitches. Perfect listening while knitting.
June 8 · 50 min
Tips for dealing with bulky garments and twisty sleeves
Starting today's episode with an uplifting Tony Story. the many sleeved story of the Viking knit #3swords. Fabulous #nordicbloom @boylandknitworks Knitting blook club #chapterandskeing @yarntrader @circustonichandmade #tenderfoot #aknittersyear Drapy garments, whats the secret of knitting with plant based yarn (don't listen for an answer it's just one of carolines bug bares ) @sanna_co getting more glow in the dark @Vikingyarn COMMENTS using the q function on ravrly lots of idea's for dealing with twisting on bulky knits. #ideas #communityengagement KNITTING IN THE NEWS a designers starts to sell her designs in kit form only @lauradalgaard #nordicmix Perfect listening while knitting.
May 25 · 43 min
Does the world (or at least Europe) knit in English?
Back to our regular time drop which means another episode in one week!! You'd think we wouldn't have anything to chat about, how wrong can you be. This week we chat about: @boylandknitworks #nordicbloom #Viking Knits #3swords Remebering where you've seen a good idea. How do you manage your knitting list Swedish workshop will have Cake!! #headband #sweden Doe Europeans Knit using english knitting words @yarntrader the Chapter and Skein Knitting book club #australianaccents KNITTING IN THE NEWS workshop at the library gives away patterns COMMENTS Margaret, MLaktin Perfect listening while knitting.
May 18 · 53 min
Wonderwool -how to spend big at a yarn show ( Spoiler - use pounds and then convert them to aussie dollars)
This week we natter on about : Wonderwool Wales: finding the ideal wool at the begining of the show stall holders helping to find the right yarn for a project #nordicbloom @boylandknitworks @riverknitsuk @garthenor @jarussell87 #fabuousbags @needleandfeather #adventpattern #giftsforfriends @muffincer We talk about the anglesea top @sanna_and_co @bonnies_daughter raffia bowls @raffiaandtwine Comments from Pippi, Margaret and Lisa Jones KNITTING IN THE NEWS @dotpebbles_knits and her frogs influencers asking for free stuff @restisentertainment @goalhangerhq Perfect listening while knitting.
April 27 · 47 min
Copyright v Contract a knitting conundrum
Join us for all things knitting. @petiteknit#sundaysweatermohairedition @sanna_and_co Wraps per inch Wonderwool Wales Patterns in a book v single purchase patterns. We have a great discussion about copyright and contract. When is knitting general use and when is it art? Who owns the final knitted product. KNITTING IN THE NEWS a new way to hold your yarn. Perfect listening while knitting.
April 13 · 50 min
What makes a pattern Popular - inspiration by Nordicknitting
Welcome to the podcast, I want to thank @nordicknittingpodcast for this weeks inspiration. Acts of kindness The speed we knitted our @petiteknit sweaters, knitting necklines, knitting sleevesv#twoinone or #single sleeve. Double yarn v Single Yarn @needleandfeather inspirational blanket knit. WHAT MAKES A PATTERN POPULAR @laine_magazine how patterns get in front of purchasers. Before the internet and today. @sanna_and_co #angleseatop KNITTING IN THE NEWS cut your screentime in half by learning to knit. https://10best.usatoday.com/lifestyle/knitting-for-beginners-guide/ JOKE Today there's been another gruesome murder by the killer that police have nicknamed "The knitting needles killer" Police fear he may be working to a pattern Perfect listening while knitting.
March 30 · 45 min
Magic Loop or Magic Circle Knitting is all magic.
Join our hilariously fun episode where we talk about: our experience at the two in one sock workshop. @yarntrader @jac1960 #magicloop #magiccircle the Shizen jumper by @eritml using @bonnies_daughter and doing the sleeves using the new technique. International Local Yarn shop day @circustonichandmade colour matching for a project. @nimble_knits #dianainthewoods mystery knit Buttons more expensive than petrol! When your mother DOES listen to the podcast. COMMENTS Please reply if we mention you in the comments. I didn't have any official titles this week. annoying adverts on other podcasts (not knitting podcasts of course) KNITTING IN THE NEWS @knitmeshtechnologies - knit your own anti drone armoury https://www.knittingindustry.com/knitmesh-to-showcase-antidrone-mesh/ https://www.hollywoodreporter.com/movies/movie-news/ryan-gosling-project-hail-mary-curling-cardigan-1236544487/ The curse of the love jumper https://www.hemtrevligt.se/handarbete/skrock-stickning/1621036 Perfect listening while knitting.
March 16 · 51 min
Are yarn shows all the same? The Great Yarn show spin
Welcome to a new episode. Join us while we knitwit about knitting projects and yarn shows. This week we talk about: Test knit for @sanna_and_co no secrets are revealed in the making of this podcast!! Steeking, good steeking yarn, button band before or after steek Tutorial by @purl_together tubular cast off. tubular cast on 2 different ways @ysoldaTeague #Shezen by @eritml yarn by bonnies_daughter Cables yarn by @olliesgirls SPOILER I can't do it!! pattern by @petiteknit YARN SHOW ROUND UP The things we loved and the things we didnt. Finding an amazing new yarn dyer. Seeing well loved stores. The Woolshit Podcast on a panel! Industry awards, who is the industry? @fibrefeast Thanks @auscroke for helping out. @chriscreations04 @rafiaandtwine @knitproeu @kathysfibres @australianyarnshow @louielola @skein.machine @bonnies_daughter @yarntrader @knittingforolive @gemma747748 @australianwoolshop #australian No time for knitting in the news No time for comments but thanks everyone for chiming in. Perfect listening while knitting.
March 2 · 49 min
Knitting makes it into hip hop #thehilltophoods #cosbysweater
Join us to laugh about all things knitting. This week we talk about: @knit.love.wool #goldernfernsweater #colourwork @louielolayarns We talk about her so much this week in multple sections I have to assure everyone it's not advertising and there are lots of other artisans out there. 😂 @threadandmaple italian tubular cast on https://www.youtube.com/@ysoldateague/videos @ysoldateague @sanna_and_co enough said! undescribed test knit Short rows for arm capulet @marzena.kolaczek #sophiescarf @PetiteKnit @cambrian_wool @threadandmaple folder @sanna_and_co enough said! undescribed test knit #sophiescarf @PetiteKnit @cambrian_wool #cosbysweater @hilltophoods Peter Kay misheard lyrics https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0ukn2YT5jeM @katrinkles_knitting_jewelry @yarntrader #chapterandskein begging letter KNITTING IN THE NEWS https://www.theguardian.com/sport/2026/feb/10/ben-ogden-cross-country-skiing-olympics-knitting COMMENTS Thanks Maureen on facebook JOKE Why did the knitter visit her guru? to get purls of wisdom. louielolayarns Perfect listening while knitting.
February 16 · 56 min
Creative stocking: how your local yarn store may be stocking unique yarn lines . #wellworththemoney
Join us this week as we talk all things knitting with friend of the Pod Hannah Ginn from @circustonichandmade adding buttons and poppers. #alpinebloom @boylandknitworks #priscillacardigan @marzena.kolaczek WIP on the go since 2017 Cutting armholes and neck doodles @pacificknitco #testknit @brianaarlene #Cirrusyarn #testknit @sanna_and_co yarn by @louielolayarns @yarntraders bookclub #chaptersandskeins @saylittlehen stocks of @circustonichandmade Knitting a flat pattern in the round Thanks for all the Comments; mentions include Diane Armstrong on Facebook about a @mariewallinknits @kattis7c @daniellejstorey @made_by_kristie @blakkshepe @tandychick Spotify comments themagicneedle aleksa2233 Magaret Weddingshawl @nimbleknits #fabulouscommunity KNITTING IN THE NEWS - close knit community buy postbox to show toppers #knittingbanksy https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/c4g5r1p2399o Perfect listening while knitting.
February 2 · 53 min
Is it pattern theft or creative influcence? what about AI? Thanks @abeeinthebonnet for the influence
Laugh along with as as we talk about: Our blocking efforts for our @marzena.kolaczek cardigans, spoiler alert #notperfect preblocking Button bands and button attachment. #cuttingaholeinmyknitting #germanshortrows buttons from @maviscastlemaine getting your body size right. Swedish Knitting class preparations (samples) Connection with Katarina in Canberra If you have an instaname I'd love to link you. New comment section @nic on spotify @devonrexjo @emrita @em_knits05 @abeeinthebonnet @louie Toni and Maureen on facebook. If you have instanames I'd love to link you. https://kategrenville.com.au/books/a-room-made-of-leaves/ KNITTING IN THE NEWS AI Post from @abeeinthebonnet and https://www.goodgoodgood.co/articles/melt-the-ice-red-hat-knitting-pattern @needleandskein Perfect listening while knitting.
January 19 · 48 min
would you attend a yarn show if you don't need yarn? - money for nothing
Lets talk all things knitting: Our @marzena.kolaczek cardigans the #priscilla and the #lyrebird are on the home stretch, we talk sleeves, straight and tapered. Yarn by #fibrespates @adagiomills @louielolayarns The difference in yarn weight and colour:). How many mistakes we made and how we dealt with them, including bobbles and cables. Getting a rhythmn. @marzena.kolaczek bobble video This year's yarn shows, which ones should we go to? How do you chose, should you go if you don't need yarn? Comments appreciated. Tell us what you do. The Swedish Clubs upcoming workshop Comment from Loraine Cotter on Spotify. Thanks Loraine, I couldn't find you on instagram but happy to add an @ if you message me. @louielolayarns delivery of notions pouch and needle holder for the knit with the girls bag @threadandmaple Yarn winding training. KNITTING IN THE NEWS https://www.newscientist.com/article/2510842-knitted-satellite-launching-to-monitor-earths-surface-with-radar/ Perfect listening while knitting.
January 5 · 49 min
Saving Knitting ... money for old rope
HAPPY NEW YEAR Listen to enjoy all things knitting and more ... knitting related topics @purlandfriends @marzena.kolaczek #lyrebirdcardigan, #priscillacardigan Knitting left to right or is it right to left? Short row shoulders, many small charts @louielolayarns Suri Silk and Merino Alpaca for Lyrebird Cardigan @adagiomills and #cumulussilk for Priscilla Cardigan @kathysfibres hand spun hand dyed @craft_by_bella Christmas gift @yarntrader Gift Vouchers Hurrah! @pacificknitco Doodle Cards @leneholmesamsoe side project garter knit cardigan @maximooyarns #flowerpower KNITTING IN THE NEWS https://www.shetlandtimes.co.uk/news/we-know-how-important-it-is-to-preserve-these-skill-camp-423283/ Perfect listening while knitting.
Dec 22, 2025 · 59 min
Is it cheaper to make your own Advent? #friendgifts
Join us this week where we talk about our experiences gifting knitting advents to each other. @tellybeanknits MKAL #gingerbreadmkal Chosing colours @fancyyarnsaus eucalyptus yarn vest @thegameofwool (we know it's over now but good to know our thoughts on the finalist. Shout out to @louielolayarns for being so awesome @marzena.kolaczek #lyrebird Christmas at the Swedish club. Teaching friends to knit. What did you want to be when you were young? Who is the diplomat? Knitting in the news https://www.news18.com/viral/chennai-doctor-knits-beanie-for-friends-daughter-on-indigo-flight-photo-aa-ws-l-9778839.html Perfect listening while knitting.
Dec 8, 2025 · 47 min
Embroidery on knits #neverheardofembroiderystabiliser #increaseofmicoplasticsatwoolshitheadquarters
Getting Advent underway, Join us to talk all things knitting!! in this episode we talk about quick knits for kids @witredesign and a similar adult vest Embroidery on knitting book by @ku.ni.ber.ta brilliant and beautiful using embroidery stabiliser #enchantedmesa @westknits @tellybeanknits #gingerbreadMKAL Homemade Yarn Advents #yarnadvent Knitting in the news Solar panels put yarn toppers at risk https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/cj4q90jyxe0o Perfect listening while knitting.
Nov 24, 2025 · 47 min
Enchanted Mesa and other knittng. What are you the number one of? All comments appreciated
In this episode we talk about: #theslantingslipover @anneventzel #enchantedmesa @westknits #knitforthegirls @grocerygirls @threadandmaple @louielolayarns #stickyfingers #canadapost Weddingcardigan vintage pattern @maximoo #lowhangingfruit. @nimbleknits #whirlwindromance #weddingshawl @yarntrader order #embroidaryonknits @ku.ni.ber.ta Juit Gummlich (can't wait) workshops for tomboys #tomboys #numberone (insert topic :) ) #knittingadvent Knittinginthenews The Wool Street Journal @woolandthegang https://www.instagram.com/p/DRIRrSYjNR0/?img_index=1 Perfect listening while knitting.
Nov 18, 2025 · 23 min
Bonus Episode REACTION to s1e3 'The Game Of Wool'
listen in to our phone call as we talk about season 1 episode 3 of the Game of Wool. Let us know what you think. Perfect listening while knitting.
Nov 12, 2025 · 38 min
Game of Wool episode 2 REACTIONS with guest @cleevelyknits
this is a reaction episode, we talk about episode 2 of the game of wool talking via phone line with Adam from @cleevelyknits Perfect listening while knitting.
Nov 10, 2025 · 44 min
The business of selling and buying yarn. #gettingwhatyoupaidofor #isitcontentious
Join us today as we laugh our way through: A rat on the window!! The slanting slipover @anneventzel We love it!! a year in knitting witredesign chunky brioche cardigan The ups and downs of chunky knitting, cutting corners, catching yarn. Heavy pockets and more!! Lyrebird cardigan marzena.kolaczek ordered from @louielolayarns #youtubevideo #pythagorastheorem #shouldershortrows #knitforthegirlsbundle @threadandmaple international ordering. Fantastic result from crafters in Australia #knitforthegirls @westknits #enchantedmesa #entertainingknits KNITTING IN THE NEWS https://www.shetnews.co.uk/2025/11/05/shetland-knitting-group-shocked-saddened/ https://www.dailymail.co.uk/lifestyle/article-15231521/The-surprisingly-scandalous-world-knitting-yarn-dyers-faking-deaths-wars-woke-scam-festivals.html the business of knitting, getting what you paid for discussion Don't forget our reactions podcast later this week, with special guest cleevelyknits Can't wait. Perfect listening while knitting.

The Woolshit Podcast

What if a copycat pattern is better than the original?

Garments too big or too small (clue, no swatching) Who is in your knitting group?

Tips for dealing with bulky garments and twisty sleeves

Does the world (or at least Europe) knit in English?

Wonderwool -how to spend big at a yarn show ( Spoiler - use pounds and then convert them to aussie dollars)

Copyright v Contract a knitting conundrum

What makes a pattern Popular - inspiration by Nordicknitting

Magic Loop or Magic Circle Knitting is all magic.

Are yarn shows all the same? The Great Yarn show spin

Knitting makes it into hip hop #thehilltophoods #cosbysweater

Creative stocking: how your local yarn store may be stocking unique yarn lines . #wellworththemoney

Is it pattern theft or creative influcence? what about AI? Thanks @abeeinthebonnet for the influence

would you attend a yarn show if you don't need yarn? - money for nothing

Saving Knitting ... money for old rope

Is it cheaper to make your own Advent? #friendgifts

Embroidery on knits #neverheardofembroiderystabiliser #increaseofmicoplasticsatwoolshitheadquarters

Enchanted Mesa and other knittng. What are you the number one of? All comments appreciated

Bonus Episode REACTION to s1e3 'The Game Of Wool'

Game of Wool episode 2 REACTIONS with guest @cleevelyknits

The business of selling and buying yarn. #gettingwhatyoupaidofor #isitcontentious